Gender and the Environment

[Brief]

Publication date:

2016-03-31

Language:

English

Publication type:

Gender Tool Box

Issued:

March 2016

Description:

The planet is the fundamental resource on which
people rely for prosperity. Gender norms influence
the impact of people on the environment,
the impact of environmental degradation on
people, and access to and power over natural
resources. This brief gives an overview of the
linkages between gender and the environment in
development cooperation and on how policy and
programmes can facilitate a more sustainable
use of resources, while empowering women at
the same time.

Sida's mission

The Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency, Sida, is a government agency working on behalf of the Swedish parliament and government, with the mission to reduce poverty in the world. Through our work and in cooperation with others, we contribute to implementing Sweden’s Policy for Global Development.